According to the text, the three things O. J. Simpson had in his favor during his trial that Whites have historically had in their favor were the ability to buy a good defense, a face not stereotypically associated with crime, and:

A. a jury composed of members of one's own race.
B. media coverage that is on one's side.
C. a corrupt judicial system.
D. unequal sentencing policies based on the race of one's victim.


Answer: A

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